"Courage isn’t having the strength to go on – it is going on when you don’t have strength.” ---Napoléon Bonaparte
BASICS
NAME: Raha of Blue Exarchath
GENDER: Male
PRONOUNS: He/Him/His
ORIENTATION: Pansexual
BIRTHDATE: Late Spring 2744
AGE: 28 Years as of Early Summer 2772
LOCATION: Semaca Weyr
OCCUPATION: Blue Rider
WING: Nocturne
APPEARANCE
EYES: Rust Brown
HAIR: Dark Auburn Red
HEIGHT AND BUILD: 5'8" ; Muscular
PLAY-BY: Trevor Stines | G'raha Tia expy
FULL APPEARANCE:
Standing at a slightly below average height, Raha more than makes up for it in his physical strength. Muscle that has been toned by hard work and exercise cover a frame that would otherwise be on the lanky side. His dark auburn hair is often pulled back in a braid, though his bangs often hang long in his face if he does not pin them back.
His rust brown eyes are often sporting a warmth and eagerness within their pools and his mood is clearly written in them if not by the near always smiling he tends to do. He often wears simple cotton shirts and breeches that are form fitting and he prefers earth tones in color. Often on his person is a small bag in which he keeps a journal of his thoughts.
His only item of note on his person is the blue flower pendant in his hair, something left to him by the mother that raised him and he treasures it, now moreso than ever, as she has passed.
PERSONALITY
PERSONALITY:
Raha possesses mannerisms are more on par with that of a father-like figure, giving others guidance, advice and a friendly ear as needed. Being able to inspire those around him to action with words of encouragement, he could be an effective leader and a fountain of wisdom and advice where it is needed
He is also eager to prove himself worthy and to help his friends and allies as well as tackling any problems that should arise. Not one to shy away from a complex problem, he will toss himself head first in and not rest till he figures it out. This dogged determination however often leads him to neglect his own needs and on more than one occasion, he would be found passed out over his books and papers or suffer severe migraine because he forgot to eat or didn't rest adequately enough.
His excitement is an entity of its own color, often getting almost literally bouncy at the prospect of being able to make a new friend or get his hands some some new knowledge. Fierce loyalty and a great compassion round out a very kind and loving individual that wants to raise those round him to higher skies.
However.. he is very notoriously stubborn once he sets his mind to anything, be it a task or a frame of mind and will fight tooth and claw to defend his point unless utterly destroyed by logic from the opposing side. He also has a tendency to get very excited and "hero worship" anyone who has earned his respect and admiration and this can get very weird and irritating quickly for the other party but for him.. he sees it as giving that person the admiration they deserve.
HISTORY
FAMILY: Chisana - Adopted Mother (Deceased), Valyn; Adopted father (Deceased)
SIGNIFICANT OTHER: None... currently.
BIRTHPLACE: Igen Weyr
HISTORY:
Raha was born to Green rider of no real significance, or so he was told when he was little more than 3 years old. She left him in the care of some friends, vowing to come back for him but she never did. These friends he was left with soon became his family. Neither of them were dragon riders but hardworking folks that instilled in him a sense of duty and hard work from an early age.
As a lad, he often dreamed of riding a dragon, a child like fascination that began to manifest into an actual dream. His keen eyes and quick mind served him well and when he was of age, he began to chase that dream. Unfortunately, year after year, he did not impress and his confidence began to wane, wondering if he should have chosen a different path.
As his twenty second year dawned, days after his birthday, he began to worry if he was going to age out and this dream was going to remain that... a dream. It was fortunate for him, as the last egg of the clutch hatched and went straight towards him, the beautiful crystalline blue locked his gaze with his own and the connection formed.
" At last, I have looked forward to meeting you. Let's do great things together. "
The words and the warmth he felt left no doubt in his mind that this was well worth the wait and he began his journey. He relished in the training with his new companion, often moving his workouts so he could spend time with his dragon companion and often would talk of his day as he cared for him.
Finishing his training, he chose to move with his mother to Semaca, as she might live out the remainder of her life in a more peaceful and warmer climate. Recently however, the woman passed from illness, leaving him alone in the world for the first time.
He is currently coming to terms with this sad life changing event and has thrown himself into his work, though he does not neglect his own social needs, often reaching out to make friends and keep the smile on his face, even when it hurts. Combating the intrigues of daily life as a rider have left him fewer chances to dwell and thus have kept his spirits up, as he rises to the dawn of each new day.
